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principality

[prin-suh-pal-i-tee]

noun

plural

principalities 
  1. a state ruled by a prince, usually a relatively small state or a state that falls within a larger state such as an empire.

  2. the position or authority of a prince or chief ruler; sovereignty; supreme power.

  3. the rule of a prince of a small or subordinate state.

  4. British.the Principality, Wales.

  5. Theology.principalities,

    1. an order of angels.

    2. supramundane powers often in conflict with God. Ephesians 6:12.

  6. Obsolete.preeminence.



principality

/ ˌɪԲɪˈæɪɪ /

noun

    1. a territory ruled by a prince

    2. a territory from which a prince draws his title

  1. the dignity or authority of a prince

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of principality1

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English principalite, from Old French, from Late Latin īԳ “first place, superiority” ( Medieval Latin: “authority or territory of a prince”). See principal, -ity
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Word History and Origins

Origin of principality1

C14 (in the sense: pre-eminence): via Old French from Latin Գ principal
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The circuit is a unique challenge for drivers, with roads around the principality narrow with tight turns and a mile-long tunnel.

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F1 moves on to Monaco next weekend, and Hamilton was thinking positively about the famous race on the streets of the principality.

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Local news outlets reported fires have broken out between the Samacá and Cucaita principalities, citing Samacá fire department authorities, who say high temperatures and strong winds have caused rapid spreading of the fires.

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It's not like I'm engaging the devil left and right against principalities and powers all over the place.”

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"Districts of the capital are not separate principalities where you can walk around in white gloves and neglect your duties," he said, adding that he would not tolerate "sabotage".

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